Lead Nurse for the Neurodevelopmental Pathway

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.
We've been rated 'good' overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust.
We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our "People First Culture" which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences., We seek to appoint an experienced Band 6 Nurse who must have experience in community working and working with children and their families. Ideally you will have a working knowledge of ADHD and Autism. Candidates will be supported to become competent in the management and review of children and young people with ADHD and supported to work in clinic settings as well as undertaking comprehensive assessments for a designated cohort of children from the neurodevelopmental pathway.
We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a real interest and knowledge of ADHD and Autism and a commitment to working in partnership with other agencies and local communities to deliver the best possible outcomes for children, young people and their families.
The post holder will be contributing to a comprehensive initial assessment process. The role will include supporting the team to oversee the management of children with a confirmed or emerging diagnosis of a Neurodevelopmental condition. The service is currently undergoing an exciting transformation and internal remodelling which the post holder will be invited to contribute towards.
The post holder will be responsible for the supervision of other staff within the team and contributing to a positive team culture.
Car Driver/ owner essential. There will be an expectation to work across bases within Derby and Derbyshire as required., · Assessing and interpreting the needs of this special client group, and determining the appropriate clinical actions to be taken.
· Working on own initiative with significant autonomy in terms of 'on the spot' clinical decision making.
· Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to meet the comprehensive needs of children with ADHD, ASD and
other comorbidities.
· Manage risk, provide related advice and make necessary referrals to other agencies as needed.
· Use a range of standardised and non-standardised assessment tools to aid and inform care planning and evaluation.
· Formulate individual care plans based on the child's identified needs, evidence based standards of care and working towards meeting the NICE guidelines.
· Initiate appropriate and timely consultation and / or referral when the clinical situation exceeds the nurse's scope of practice and / or expertise.
· Provide written reports.
· Child protection - identify and respond to risks and maintain current training in this area.
· Undertake research and audit as necessary to the post.
· To maintain current NMC registration, professional development and Revalidation.
· To be able to travel a geographical area of Derby City and Derbyshire county.
· Respond to the needs of the transformation and partnerships within the service including Joined up Care Derbyshire.

Working for our organisation
Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust.", · Maintain Confidentiality and adhere to the trust Policies and Procedures in accordance to information Sharing.
· Receive and provide clinical supervision as required, adhering to the Trusts Standards.
· As required, support the practice of students and trainees from a range of disciplines by being available to share practice and knowledge.
· Monitor quality of own practice and that of the Service and participate in continuous quality improvement, via team meetings and participation in yearly Trust quality visits.
· Participate in the management of change to embrace innovations and developments in the forthcoming transformation within the team and its application to practice.
· To actively implement the Trust Values and Trust strategies in your daily clinical practice and evaluate the effectiveness of this through supervision, audit and appraisal.
· To develop, provide and receive appropriate training on varied topics and aspects relevant to the role.
· Demonstrate the efficient use of resources, whilst contributing to decisions surrounding team budgets.
· Demonstrate case load management for the service, ensuring time management and organisational skills to improve and prioritise waiting times.
+ Ability to demonstrate effective IT skills. All records and reports are recorded electronically

· Knowledge of implementation of Safeguarding procedures.
· Knowledge of early support processes in the City and the County.
· Post Registration experience of community working / working with school aged children with complex needs and their families.
· Experience of multi agency and multi professional working.
· Experience of analysing complex data and presenting this in a logical format.
Skills:
· Demonstrate knowledge of and act in accordance with relevant regulations for this level of practice and the NMC Code of Professional Conduct; standards for conduct, performance and ethics.
· Maintain accurate, high quality and contemporaneous electronic records and reports which comply with NMC professional and Trust standards.
· Ensure that personal practice is carried out in line with national and locally agreed policies and procedures, standards and guidance.
· Actively engage in continuous professional development and maintain a suitable record of this development.
· Promote understanding of the needs of children with ADHD, ASD and co- morbidities to other health professionals, staff groups, agencies and the service users.
· Create and maintain effective communication and working relationships between colleagues, peers and key stakeholders from various professions and agencies.

+ Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
+ 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
+ Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
+ Generous NHS pension scheme
+ Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
+ Health service discounts and online benefits
+ Incremental pay progression
+ Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
+ Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
+ Health and wellbeing opportunities
+ Structured learning and development opportunities, Flexible Working
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
Disability Confident Employer
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.
If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, , option 1, option 1 or email [email protected] and we will be happy to provide assistance.
DBS Checks
The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month's salary.
This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.